Explore key crypto and blockchain terms to enhance your understanding of the industry.
A decentralized, distributed ledger that records transactions across many computers.
Self-executing contracts with the terms of the agreement directly written into code.
A peer-to-peer marketplace where transactions occur directly between crypto traders.
A cryptocurrency exchange operated by a centralized organization, which acts as an intermediary for trading.
A collection of funds locked in a smart contract that provides liquidity for decentralized exchanges.
The total value of a cryptocurrency, calculated by multiplying its current price by the total circulating supply.
Government-issued currency that is not backed by a physical commodity like gold or silver.
An individual or entity that holds a large amount of cryptocurrency and has the power to influence the market.
A scheme where a cryptocurrency's price is artificially inflated before being rapidly sold off for profit.
A secret code that allows users to access and manage their cryptocurrency holdings.
A cryptographic code that enables users to receive cryptocurrency transactions.